1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1972 Bristol 411
To start off, 1996 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1972 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 720 kg more than 1972 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Brooklands | 1972 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Brooklands | 411 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2910 mm |
